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What is the primary function of beakers in the laboratory?

  • Storing hazardous materials
  • Holding reactions and filtering (correct)
  • Heating substances
  • Measuring small volumes of liquid
  • What does PPE stand for?

    Personal Protective Equipment

    What is the purpose of a microscope's fine adjustment knob?

    To fine-tune the focus of the specimen

    What are triglycerides?

    <p>The most common type of dietary fat, consisting of three fatty acid molecules attached to a glycerol molecule.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The part of the microscope that holds the slide in place is the ______.

    <p>stage clip</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Plant cells typically have a central vacuole.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are phospholipids?

    <p>Lipids with two fatty acid molecules and a phosphate group attached to glycerol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Only prokaryotic cells have a cell wall.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the structure of steroids?

    <p>Lipids with a distinctive four-ring structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of living things?

    <p>Absorption of water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are waxes?

    <p>Long-chain fatty acids combined with long-chain alcohols or other hydrophobic molecules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do sphingolipids play in the body?

    <p>They are important components of cell membranes and are involved in cell signaling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to compute the magnification of a microscope?

    <p>Magnification (M) = Magnifying Power of the Objective Lens × Magnifying Power of the Eyepiece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of carbohydrates with their description:

    <p>Monosaccharides = Single sugar units Disaccharides = Two sugar units bonded Polysaccharides = Many sugar units bonded together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are lipoproteins?

    <p>Complexes of lipids and proteins that transport lipids in the bloodstream.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The main sugar found in the body is glucose.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are eicosanoids?

    <p>Signaling molecules derived from fatty acids, including prostaglandins and leukotrienes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following classes with their characteristics:

    <p>Mammalia = Humans, dogs, cats, whales Aves = Eagles, sparrows, penguins Reptilia = Snakes, lizards, turtles Amphibia = Frogs, toads, salamanders Actinopterygii = Salmon, goldfish, tuna Chondrichthyes = Sharks, rays, skates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are lipids primarily known for?

    <p>Insulating against temperature changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the prokaryotic cell?

    <p>It lacks a defined nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the scientific method?

    <p>Observation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an independent variable?

    <p>The variable that is manipulated or changed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the dependent variable in the example: 'Does studying for longer hours improve exam scores?'

    <p>Exam scores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the analysis phase of the scientific method involve?

    <p>Analyzing the data to determine if it supports or refutes the hypothesis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Chordata

    • Chordates are animals with a notochord, a dorsal nerve cord, pharyngeal slits, and a post-anal tail.
    • Chordates include fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals.

    Mammalia

    • Mammals are characterized by hair or fur, mammary glands, three middle ear bones, and a four-chambered heart.
    • Examples of mammals include humans, dogs, cats, and whales.

    Aves

    • Birds are characterized by feathers, wings, hollow bones, and being warm-blooded.
    • Examples of birds include eagles, sparrows, and penguins.

    Reptilia

    • Reptiles are characterized by scaly skin, being cold-blooded, and laying eggs.
    • Examples of reptiles include snakes, lizards, and turtles.

    Amphibia

    • Amphibians are characterized by moist skin, the ability to live on land and in water, and being cold-blooded.
    • Examples of amphibians include frogs, toads, and salamanders.

    Actinopterygii

    • Ray-finned fish have a bony skeleton, thin, bony scales.
    • Examples of ray-finned fish include salmon, goldfish, and tuna.

    Chondrichthyes

    • Cartilaginous fish have a cartilaginous skeleton and tough skin.
    • Examples of cartilaginous fish include sharks, rays, and skates.

    Porifera

    • Sponges are simple multicellular animals without true tissues
    • They are filter feeders.
    • Examples include bath sponges and glass sponges.

    Cnidaria

    • Cnidarians have radial symmetry, stinging cells, and a gastrovascular cavity.
    • Examples include jellyfish, sea anemones, and coral reefs.

    Insecta

    • Insects have six legs, three body segments, and usually wings.
    • Examples include butterflies, beetles, and ants.

    Arachnida

    • Arachnids have eight legs and two body segments.
    • Examples include spiders, ticks, and scorpions.

    Crustacea

    • Crustaceans have jointed legs, a hard exoskeleton, and gills.
    • Examples include crabs, lobsters, and shrimp.

    Platyhelminthes

    • Flatworms have bilateral symmetry, are acoelomate, and are parasitic or free-living.
    • Examples include tapeworms and planarians.

    Mollusca

    • Molluscs are diverse in body plans and have a mantle, a shell (often present).
    • Examples include snails, clams, octopuses, and squids.

    Nematoda

    • Roundworms have an unsegmented body, are pseudocoelomate, and are often parasitic.
    • Examples include ascaris and hookworms.

    Annelida

    • Segmented worms have bilateral symmetry, a true coelom, and a closed circulatory system.
    • Examples include earthworms and leeches.

    Scientific Method

    • The scientific method consists of observation, question, hypothesis, experiment, data collection, analysis, and conclusion.

    Independent and Dependent Variables

    • The independent variable is manipulated or changed in an experiment.
    • The dependent variable is measured to see if it changes as a result of the independent variable.

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    Test your knowledge on essential biology concepts such as the functions of lab equipment, types of lipids, and characteristics of living organisms. This quiz covers key terms and principles related to cells, carbohydrates, and the scientific method. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of basic biological principles.

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